Job Description

Mission Diversity Inspiration Growth

OUR MISSION

At U.S. Renal Care, we\'re changing the lives of everyone living with kidney disease.

OUR DIVERSITY IS OUR STRENGTH
At USRC, we are building a culture of diversity and inclusion where each employee has a voice, and every team member is valued for their individual talents. Our common purpose is the pursuit of excellence for our patients and our shared values lived out through compassion for one another.

A PATH FOR SUCCESS
When you join U.S. Renal Care, your journey begins with training programs to set each new employee on a course for success. Ongoing development ensures every team member remains fully supported and empowered to chart their career path towards growth and opportunity.

INSPIRATION and GROWTH
USRC is also dedicated to open communication that fosters dialogue and understanding of our vision and goals. We recognize and reward innovation to inspire one another as we endeavor to lead our industry in the highest quality of care for our patients.



How you will change lives

As a Social Worker at US Renal Care, you will be an integral part of a cross-functional team, working to help patients living with kidney disease achieve maximum social functioning and psychological adjustment to dialysis treatment and rehabilitation.

What you will be doing

Advocate & Support. You will be part of an interdisciplinary team working to ensure patients receive the best care, including conducting all required patient assessment and care planning activities such as assessing new patient psychosocial needs and completing the KDQOL in accordance with company policy and all state/CMS regulations. You will identify and counsel psychosocial issues and provide patient and family education. As an advocate for your patients\' needs, you will coordinate communities of support for patients and their families, identify social agencies and other resources (e.g., financial/funding), provide information and referrals, coordinate transient arrangements, and represent your patient as needed with appropriate local, state, and federal agencies.

Teamwork. As part of the interdisciplinary clinic team, promote teamwork, educate staff, and provide training around patient psychosocial care. You will participate in all required continuing education and staff meetings. You will collaborate with the Medical Director and physicians and maintain positive relationships with area hospitals, agencies, vendors, and the community.

Safety & Quality. You will help with clinical and operational processes to improve patient health and minimize missed treatments and hospitalizations, achieving target goals for patient outcomes. You will also participate in monthly Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

What we\'re looking for

• Master\'s Degree in Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education (CSWE).
• Current licensure (in good standing) in applicable state is required unless employed in the state of AZ, PA or Guam. Must meet any practice requirement(s) for the applicable state.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language and ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Proficiency in all USRC clinical applications required within 90 days of hire.

Preferred

• Previous experience in providing social services to dialysis patients preferred.

Other Requirements

• Must meet any practice requirement(s) for the applicable state.
• Additional license requirements may be applicable depending upon state.

Are you ready to make a difference?

We\'re here to change the lives of people with kidney disease and shape the future of kidney care. We still have much work ahead. If you desire to make a positive impact in the life of others and pursue a fulfilling career in healthcare, we invite you to join our team at U.S. Renal Care.

Are you with US? Apply today!

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Requirements include:

• Must have Master\'s Degree in Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education (CSWE).
• Current licensure in applicable state is required unless employed in the state of AZ, PA or Guam. License must be maintained as current and in good standing. (See addendum for Social Worker for minimum licensing requirements.)
• Previous experience in providing social services to dialysis patients preferred.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language and ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Must have basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); proficiency in all USRC clinical applications required within 90 days of hire.
• Must meet any practice requirement(s) for the applicable state.

U.S. Renal Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veteran.

SOCIAL WORKER

STATE SPECIFIC LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS

Alabama Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)
Arkansas Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW)
California

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Colorado

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Connecticut

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Delaware

Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Florida

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Georgia

Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW+CEU) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Hawaii

Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Idaho

Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Illinois

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Indiana

Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Iowa

Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
Maryland

Licensed Certified Social Worker - Clinical (LCSW-C)
Massachusetts

Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)
Michigan Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
Missouri Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
New Jersey Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

New Mexico

Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

New York

Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

North Carolina

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Ohio

Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW)

Oklahoma

Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Social Worker with Administration Specialty (LSW-ADM) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Oregon

Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

South Carolina

Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Independent Social Worker -- Clinical Practice (LISW-CP)

Tennessee

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Texas

Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Virginia

Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Wyoming

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

*** ANY EXCEPTIONS TO THE ABOVE LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS MUST BE APPROVED IN ADVANCE BY THE VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS AND VICE PRESIDENT OF CLINICAL SERVICES. ALL EXCEPTIONS WILL REQUIRE A PLAN OF SUPERVISION IN ACCORDANCE TO STATE AND COMPANY REQUIREMENTS.

Pay Type

Hourly

Vaccine Requirements

Employees of US Renal Care must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is a condition of employment. Individuals with medical or sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances that prevent them from receiving the COVID-19 vaccine may request an exemption to the COVID-19 vaccination requirement. This requirement does not apply to positions that are 100% remote and have no direct interaction with patients or staff.

City

Watervliet

State/Province

Michigan

U.S. Renal Care